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Kingston Pennsylvania Map

Explore Kingston, Pennsylvania, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Kingston, Pennsylvania

How to Use This Kingston, Pennsylvania Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Kingston, Pennsylvania. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Pennsylvania or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Kingston.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

CityKingston
StatePennsylvania (PA)
CountyLuzerne County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude41.264754
Longitude-75.886574
Population13,349
Density2401.7 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes15650, 18704
Area Code215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878
County SeatWilkes-Barre
School DistrictWyoming Valley West School District

About Kingston, Pennsylvania

Kingston is a locality in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of 13,349. The population density is 2401.7 people per km². Kingston is located at 41.2648°N, 75.8866°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Kingston is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 15650, 18704.

Kingston possesses a landscape defined by the persistent flow of Toby Creek, which traces a path through the terrain as a constant reminder of the region’s natural drainage. It lies 1.4 miles northwest of Wilkes Barre, PA (from Wilkes Barre, PA: bearing 324°T), and is situated 1.4 miles northwest of Wilkes-Barre. The ground here sits firmly within the Wyoming Valley, a broad expanse that holds the morning mist long after the sun has climbed over the distant Pocono Mountains. Residents often gather at Carle Street Park to observe the seasonal changes, where the local light catches the turning leaves in a display of muted gold and deep amber. Those seeking the sound of rushing water find their way to Whirlpool Canyon Falls, a quiet destination five miles away that punctuates the otherwise steady rhythm of the land. Far from the reach of any coastline, Kingston remains a place of inland stability, anchored by the quiet, freshwater presence of South Pond just four miles to the north.

Anthracite memory runs deep in the soil of Kingston, marking the era when coal extraction dictated the rise of local commerce and labor. Following the decline of heavy mining, the local economy shifted toward more diverse industries, including retail, education, and professional services that support the modern resident. The architecture of Kingston reflects this transition, blending older, sturdy brick structures with newer developments that house the daily needs of the populace. Throughout the decades, the work ethic forged in the shadow of the regional coal industry has remained, influencing the way business is conducted and how the streets are maintained. Today, the economy functions as a quiet engine, supporting a lifestyle that values practicality and the steady endurance of a community that has seen many cycles of change.

Cultural life in Kingston finds its expression in the daily interactions of neighbors and the preservation of local heritage. Residents frequently gather for neighborhood events that celebrate the specific identity of the Wyoming Valley, often highlighting the resilience of the people who call the region home. Among the well-known figures associated with the broader area is the legendary jazz musician Joe Nardone, whose influence remains a touchstone for local music enthusiasts. Landmark sites offer a glimpse into the past, while the schools and local institutions provide a focus for civic pride and youth engagement. Life in Kingston moves at a deliberate pace, colored by the seasonal shifts of the Pennsylvania climate and the quiet satisfaction of a community that knows its own character well.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Luzerne County Open Space (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 047° NE
  • Luzerne County Levee Trail (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 145° SE
  • F. M. Kirby Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 191° S
  • Art 'n Vino (Arts Centre) — 1.1 mi, 103° E
  • Wilkes-Barre City Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 217° SW
  • Forty Fort Marker (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 038° NE
  • Arts Center of Wilkes-Barre (Arts Centre) — 1.3 mi, 114° SE
  • The Mary Stegmaier Mansion (Attraction) — 1.4 mi, 181° S
  • Hyperview (Public Artwork) — 1.4 mi, 177° S
  • Wilkes-Barre Movies 14 (Cinema) — 1.5 mi, 175° S
  • Pinchot State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 1.6 mi, 286° W
  • KISS Theatre Company (Theatre) — 2.3 mi, 122° SE
  • The Big Cow (Attraction) — 2.6 mi, 166° S
  • Wilkes-Barre Township War Memorial (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 158° S
  • Seven Tubs Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 2.9 mi, 157° SE
  • Battle of Wyoming (Registered Battlefield) — 3.6 mi, 037° NE
  • Buttonwood Honor Roll (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 225° SW
  • Frances Slocum State Park (State Park) — 4.4 mi, 352° N
  • Nescopeck State Park (State Park) — 10.8 mi, 177° S
  • The Pavilion at Montage Mountain (Theatre) — 12.9 mi, 064° NE
  • Pine Hill Vista (Viewpoint) — 13.2 mi, 099° E
  • Inspection Pit (Historic Ruins) — 14.9 mi, 049° NE
  • Iron Horse Movie Bistro (Cinema) — 15.1 mi, 049° NE
  • Laura Craig Gallery (Gallery) — 15.3 mi, 049° NE
  • Civil War Museum (Museum) — 15.4 mi, 049° NE
  • Everhart Museum (Museum) — 15.7 mi, 053° NE

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About This Kingston Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Kingston, Pennsylvania. Coordinates: 41.264754, -75.886574. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Kingston includes the ZIP code (15650, 18704), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Luzerne County (Wilkes-Barre), and school district assignment (Wyoming Valley West School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.